Directions1. Beginning with clean hands and a plate that can fit in the refrigerator or freezer, start a station on a solid counter.
2. Mix all ingredients in a food processor until everything binds together into a nice dough.
3. Form dough into balls, about one inch in diameter.
4. Place balls on the plate and chill in the refrigerator or freezer, depending on your preference.

These easy treats are always a hit and a healthy way to satisfy your cravings for sweets.

Strawberries-and-Cream Milk(For full nutritional information, here is a link to the recipe we created in MyPlate.)

Directions1. Add all of the ingredients to the blender; add filtered water to the top line.
2. Blend until it begins to froth.
3. Pour the mixture through a nut-milk bag or strainer into a large glass jar or pitcher.
4. Store in the refrigerator and serve fresh and cold. You can also use the leftover pulp as jam on gluten-free toast or in oatmeal!

Butternut Squash Bisque(For full nutritional information, here is a link to the recipe we created in MyPlate.)

Directions1. Saute the onion, celery, thyme, rosemary and sage in the olive oil with salt and pepper for about five minutes or until the herbs are tender.
2. Add the butternut squash and broth to the pan. Simmer the mixture on medium-low heat for 20 minutes until squash is tender.
3. Pour the mixture into your Vitamix or other blender, add the coconut milk and purée the soup until completely smooth.
4. Serve garnished with a sprig of sage and flax cracker.

--Rainbeau

Readers -- Are you vegan or vegetarian? What are your favorite quick vegan recipes? Have you tried any of the recipes above? How do you eat vegan when you're in a rush? Leave a comment below and let us know.

From her birth in a teepee under a double rainbow to her rise on the big screen, this actor, author and innovator has spread her inspiring story around the world. Rainbeau has a natural ability to lead people on a journey to a greener, healthier lifestyle. In her online program and book, The 21-Day SuperStar Cleanse, she shares nurturing practices and recipes to let go of addictions and habitual negative programming.

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